Significance of Work
Synonyms: Employment, Job, Task, Activity, Duty, Effort, Occupation, Profession, Engagement, Assignment, Toil
In French: Travail; In Dutch: Werk; In Finnish: Työ; In Spanish: Trabajar; In German: Arbeiten; In Swedish: Arbete; In Malay: Kerja
The below excerpts are indicatory and do represent direct quotations or translations. It is your responsibility to fact check each reference.
Buddhist concept of 'Work'
In Buddhism, "Work" contrasts with inaction, emphasizing ethical actions for individual liberation (Hinayana). It's a deeply personal, unforgettable undertaking involving full dedication and transcending survival concerns.
From: Patipada (path of practice)
(1) This is a type of undertaking that, once finished, is unlikely to be forgotten, arising genuinely from the individual's core and involving a full dedication of one's capabilities, disregarding concerns about survival.[1]
From: Apadana commentary (Atthakatha)
(1) This is the activity Sumedha did not do, as he studied the science of the brahmins only.[2]
Hindu concept of 'Work'
In Hinduism, "work" encompasses actions, duties, and sacrifices, influencing one's condition and liberation. It includes prescribed actions, impacts understanding, and can nourish Samsara. Actions, linked to knowledge and the universe, vary in outcome and importance in achieving freedom.
From: Brahma Sutras (Shankaracharya)
(1) Works are actions like the Agnihotra that can be performed with or without knowledge, and they influence the attainment of release, with knowledge enhancing their effectiveness.[3] (2) This word is used to describe actions or conduct, referring to the actions that are worthy of praise or blame, such as sacrifices.[4] (3) The actions or deeds performed by an individual, and the consequences they bring about.[5] (4) These actions, associated with the ashramas, are imposed on individuals, including those not seeking liberation, because they are prescribed and have a significant impact.[6] (5) The provided text states that certain actions contribute to knowledge, and that scripture also declares that those performing works are not overpowered.[7]
From: Brahma Sutras (Ramanuja)
(1) The text states that those whose lives involve chastity are required to know certain works, which are specifically for their special condition of life.[8] (2) Refers to the universe as the effect of the Supreme Person, encompassing all sentient and non-sentient beings, and linked to the intelligent actions of conscious entities.[9]
From: Vivekachudamani
(1) The text is stating that actions are not the fundamental factor in achieving a state of freedom.[10] (2) Actions or deeds performed, represented as the water that nourishes the tree of Samsara.[11]
From: Taittiriya Upanishad Bhashya Vartika
(1) This signifies the activity or undertaking that the thief carried out, implying a connection to the actions or deeds of the individual who is referenced within the provided context.[12]
From: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences
(1) The application of effort or labor toward a particular end or purpose, often involving mental or physical exertion.[13] (2) Work is listed as a parameter within the context of a study, likely representing a daily activity that is affected by the condition being investigated and assessed through the therapy's impact.[14] (3) This is the patient's occupation, and their work life can impact their condition.[15] (4) This is what is being replaced.[16] (5) A creative output that is subject to specific conditions, allowing for its utilization, distribution, and creation of new versions.[17]
From: Hayanaratna: The Jewel of Annual Astrology
(1) A task or activity that one is required to do, which is often predicted to be successful or unsuccessful based on the astrological influences during the month.[18] (2) This is one of the sahamas, a set of concepts that aid in the outcomes of all the houses, in the same manner that fate supports the endeavors of people.[19] (3) This is one of the sahamas, signifying labor or activity undertaken to achieve a specific purpose, according to the text.[20] (4) This sahama is said to be produced by subtracting Mercury from Mars, and the reverse of this calculation is performed at night.[21] (5) The work refers to the edition and translation of the Hayanaratna, and it is based on a limited sample of manuscripts due to various constraints.[22]
From: Garga Samhita (English)
(1) A specific task or duty that is being requested or required.[23] (2) An action or effort performed, particularly in the context of serving Krishna.[24] (3) A reference to the actions or outcomes attributed to Brahma, as perceived by Krishna in this context.[25]
From: Chaitanya Bhagavata
(1) The actions taken by individuals in accordance with the directions and inspirations from the Supreme Lord.[26]
From: Garuda Purana
(1) These are the principal and minor creations that proceed from the deity, along with the various races, Manvantaras, and histories of the families, and are part of the creation.[27]
From: Ramayana of Valmiki (Shastri)
(1) The King of the Plavagas has reaped the fruit of his works, acquired by his merits, through his integrity and liberality, showing the consequences.[28]
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) The physical labor or effort that is involved in performing a specific task or job.[29] (2) This is the sacrifice itself, and the text details how the sacrificer should ensure it is completed if the priest abandons it.[30]
From: Satapatha-brahmana
(1) Refers to the act of performing the sacrifice, emphasizing its importance.[31]
From: Yoga-sutras (with Bhoja’s Rajamartanda)
(1) This describes the actions undertaken, with different types yielding various outcomes, including positive, negative, or mixed results, depending on the nature of the deeds performed.[32]
The concept of Work in local and regional sources
"Work" encompasses diverse meanings: spiritual effort for self-realization, dedicated action, tasks at hand, and collective endeavors for societal good. It emphasizes dedication, selfless service, and aligning actions with a higher purpose, detaching from results.
From: The Complete Works of Swami Vivekananda
(1) The instruction is to work without waiting for anyone or anything, focusing on executing plans and the idea.[33] (2) The work of the two papers should be supervised, and help should be provided in whatever way possible, indicating the importance of supporting various endeavors.[34] (3) The author indicates that they are actively engaged in work and find it essential for maintaining peace and well-being, emphasizing its importance.[35] (4) The project or undertaking that is the focus of the letter, and for which funds were raised, and hands are ready to assist.[36] (5) The text emphasizes the need for work rather than lecturing, signifying the importance of action and practical efforts to improve conditions in India.[37]
From: Triveni Journal
(1) This is the collection of the professor's art, and it fully justifies itself.[38] (2) This is something one need not give up to practise Latihan, as it is inclusive of all backgrounds and beliefs.[39] (3) The subject of the poem, which consists of a few episodes, amongst which one bears close resemblance to Shakespeare’s Comedy of Errors.[40]
The concept of Work in scientific sources
Work encompasses activities, efforts, and responsibilities, especially in healthcare, impacting health, well-being, and treatment adherence. It includes professional duties, tasks for compensation, and the ability to engage in employment.
From: South African Family Practice
(1) This is where the new doctor struggles to make a contribution to, and needs much care and support.[41] (2) This is what the healthcare professionals do.[42] (3) The work is the job, and agency includes a proactive attitude towards work.[43] (4) The challenges and demands of this aspect of the nursing profession make stress and burnout almost impossible to avoid, as the text indicates.[44] (5) This is an activity involving mental or physical effort done to achieve a purpose or result, and the relationship between asthma and this is important in diagnosis.[45]
From: African Journal of Primary Health Care and Family Medicine
(1) This term is used to describe the professional duties of the midwives, and their dedication to work is described as a form of competence and caring.[46] (2) This refers to the tasks that CHWs perform, and the text mentions that CHWs need support to do the work.[47] (3) This refers to the activities that nurses do.[48] (4) This refers to the professional activities and responsibilities of healthcare staff, and the text discusses the impact of workload and work satisfaction.[49] (5) This is the effort exerted to achieve a purpose, and the family medicine residents work in the community to implement interventions and address health problems.[50]
From: South African Journal of HIV Medicine
(1) This is one of the health care needs that should be assessed before deciding that dialysis is a suitable option for an individual.[51] (2) This is the activity a patient does to earn a living, which can impact their ability to adhere to treatment due to time constraints or other factors.[52] (3) This related issues, such as shift work, are a major cause of poor adherence to treatment.[53] (4) This refers to a task or effort.[54] (5) In one of the communities where we work.[55]
From: Journal of Public Health in Africa
(1) This refers to the activity of earning a living.[56] (2) The research undertaken.[57] (3) The performance of tasks or duties for pay or other compensation. Those who commuted to work were at risk of psychological issues.[58] (4) This was done under the Population Studies Doctoral (PhD) program in the School of Built and Development Studies, University of KwaZulu‑Natal.[59]
From: South African Journal of Physiotherapy
(1) This refers to the activities performed by professionals, and the text mentions the excellent work that physiotherapists have been doing.[60] (2) This concept is assessed in relation to its impact on the well-being and life satisfaction of individuals recovering from a cerebrovascular event.[61] (3) This refers to the activities that are done to earn a living, and it is used in the context of returning to this.[62]
From: The Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences
(1) This is the employment that graduates find, often in health and medical research, applying their skills to improve healthcare outcomes.[63]
From: Onderstepoort Journal of Veterinary Research
(1) This refers to the experimental and analytical procedures performed during the research, focused on the thermostability of NDV.[64]
From: South African Journal of Psychiatry
(1) Activity involving mental or physical effort done in order to achieve a purpose or result.[65] (2) Work can be affected by family violence, and the study aimed to understand the impact of the issue on women's daily activities.[66] (3) This is a term that describes the process of rehabilitation for a patient, and is referenced in the provided text.[67] (4) This refers to the activities that doctors do as part of their profession, and the study examined factors related to work.[68] (5) This refers to employment, and symptoms of ADHD are present in multiple settings, including work.[69]